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Old 12 June 2014, 10:51 PM   #1
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Dial diameter query.

Hi I am looking for some help, I am looking redial my Tudor and would like to know what diameter dial will work with my watch, the watch in question is a 34mm oyster date with a 2484 caliber movement, will a 30mm dial work or should I use a smaller dial like a 28mm. I know the pins wont match the movement but I am unable to find the specific dial so unfortunately I will have to go the Franken route.

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Old 12 June 2014, 11:46 PM   #2
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Find a proper dial plate and have refinished if you have to, wrong size dials to me are a big no. m
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Old 13 June 2014, 02:39 AM   #3
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Thanks for the advice. Do u know of someone that can refurb it for me. I cant find anybody here South Africa


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Old 14 June 2014, 04:36 AM   #4
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Old 14 June 2014, 04:45 AM   #5
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They come along on Ebay. I would suggest waiting until one shows up on Ebay or even better, post a WTB here and on VRF. Probably more than a few sitting in people's watch drawers.

I am not against using a redial when needed because the proper dial is unobtanium but you should be able to find the correct one for your piece. What reference is your watch?

https://www.google.com/search?q=tudo...h=684&dpr=1.36

https://www.google.com/search?q=tudo...w=1408&bih=684
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Old 14 June 2014, 07:43 AM   #6
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Thanks for the help linesiders. Its a 7990/5, 2484 caliber small rose from 1967.


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Might be just what you are looking for - try to work on the price a little:

http://www.network54.com/Forum/20767...6gt%3B%26gt%3B
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Old 14 June 2014, 05:37 PM   #8
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Thanks I think I should bite the bullet and go for it. Thanks again


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Old 15 June 2014, 07:32 AM   #9
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Agree as I know nothing of S. Africa dial makers. good luck, m
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